1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Celica | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Touran |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1593 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |